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Hochschulsport Weingarten
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University sports at RWU and the PH University of Education Weingarten is an offer from students for students.

Here you will find many different sports and free access to a motivated and motivating sports community. Sport is the perfect balance to your studies - at every level. Simply come along to the respective course times, get to know university sports on the Weingarten campus and make contact with many new fellow students.

Of course, you can also get involved as a course leader for your sport. Become part of the team and get in touch with the respective course leader to find out more.

We look forward to seeing you!

 

FAQ University Sports

Always at the start of lectures at the PH:

  • In the summer semester from mid-April
  • In the winter semester from mid-October

Exclusively for RWU and PH students.

Behind the main RWU building at Doggenriedstraße 70, 88250 Weingarten, you will find the indoor swimming pool, gym and gymnastics room. Changing rooms are also available on the first floor.

The exact room is indicated in the university sports plan for the respective sport.

Here you will find a link to the campus map.

The dates are adjusted every semester. You can download the current program at the bottom of the page.

Registration is not necessary. You are welcome to simply drop by and take a look at the sports on offer. As some courses are very popular, places are limited. However, we would like to offer everyone the opportunity to take part in the courses.

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Endurance sport
Leichtathletik
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Athletics

Are you looking for a sporting challenge that is fun and keeps you fit? Then why not join our athletics course! Whether you are a beginner or an advanced runner, everyone is welcome! All you need is sports shoes, fun and basic stamina to keep going during the warm-up (approx. 10 minutes).

Athletics offers a varied and versatile sporting experience through various disciplines such as sprinting, throwing and jumping. Even though it is an individual sport, we achieve a lot together and train as a team to support each other. Our training follows a tried and tested structure that is always the same: Warm-up, stretching and the subsequent workout. This means that both beginners and advanced athletes can be optimally supported.

Come along and experience how much fun and community university athletics can offer. We look forward to seeing you at training.

Course instructor: Elena Traxler

  • Leichtathletik Kursleitung
    For me as an athletics instructor, there is nothing better than doing sport together with other fellow students with a lot of joy and motivation. The moments when I realize that everyone is having fun and is happy to come back are great.
  • Teilnehmer Leichtathletik
    Athletics is very cool for me because I can measure my performance precisely and become more athletic.
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Swimming

Here you have the opportunity to learn new swimming techniques with us, improve your endurance and strength and, above all, have fun swimming. Our training is structured thematically and is organized together. It doesn't matter whether you are a motivated beginner or an advanced swimmer - there is a place for everyone. You can swim and train in different lanes at your own pace so that there is a suitable level for everyone.

Please bring swimwear, sufficient drinking water, toiletries and ideally swimming goggles. Even if training is possible without swimming goggles, we strongly recommend them so that you can swim comfortably and safely in chlorinated water. Motivated swimmers who come regularly and want to improve their endurance can also take part in one of the planned training sessions by arrangement.

Course instructors: Janika Schwalm, Elias Lex

  • Kursleitung Schwimmen
    Swimming is a strenuous and daunting sport for many, but together, playfully and with fun, we can easily and quickly feel safer
  • Kursleitung Schwimmen
    Swimming gives me the opportunity to immerse myself in my own world and this allows me to perceive my body's own processes more clearly. I would like to pass this on to other swimmers! I can also combine my own passion for swimming with teaching. There is hardly anything better than making progress and achieving goals together.
  • Teilnehmer Schwimmen
    I started swimming a month ago and I feel very comfortable now in the water. I see it as a great full-body workout. Everybody should learn how to swim. It is a lifeskill.
  • Teilnehmer Schwimmen
    I'm so grateful that we're allowed to swim for free. And there is always training and the instructor is very kind. I'm learning new skills and improving each time. The water is perfect and that's why I'm able to relax. And I can also make new friends.
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Swimming training

You can expect guided swimming training in which you will learn new swimming techniques together and improve your endurance and strength.

The training content is organized and structured thematically with a focus on your needs. The course is aimed at motivated beginners and advanced swimmers who can swim and train in different lanes at their own pace.

Please bring your swimwear, drinking water and toiletries. Swimming goggles are also recommended.

Course instructor: Elias Lex

Ball sports

Volleyball

It doesn't matter whether you've played beach volleyball on the beach or in a club. An open-minded volleyball community awaits you here, welcoming you to university sports and the nearest beach court during your studies. Every level of ability is welcome, as the groups are divided into different levels of difficulty. There is a beginner course, the advanced 1 and 2 courses and the expert course.

Choose a level, bring your sports gear and become part of our volleyball community.

Course instructors:

  • Beginner & Advanced 1: Lena Dietsch and Finnja Göttlicher
  • Advanced 2: Sarah Deak and Marina Kölle
  • Expert course: Adrian Lemke Segura
  • Marina Kölle
    For us as instructors, volleyball is all about having fun and being together on and off the court. I'm particularly happy when we can compete in the summer tournament at the outdoor pool with lots of teams from our courses.
  • Sarah Schneider
    For me, the best moments in volleyball are the situations in which everyone works together perfectly and what you tried in vain before finally works.
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Badminton

Our course offers you the ideal opportunity to improve your skills and make new friends - whether you are a beginner or an experienced player. Just come along and experience the fun and dynamism of our badminton community!

A maximum of 20 people can play at the same time. It is an advantage if you bring your own badminton racket. We look forward to seeing you!

Instructor: Florian Eck

  • Badminton Kurs
    In our badminton course, the focus is on having fun playing together. We promote a positive atmosphere in which participants can play both with and against each other and work off all their energy.
  • Badminton Teilnehmer
    Nobody likes assembly, but I'm always happy to forget my problems and stress for 90 minutes in the evening. As soon as I step onto the court, it's just me, the shuttlecock and my opponent. That motivates me to come to the sports center whatever the weather.
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Basketball

Our basketball course is the perfect place for anyone who enjoys basketball, whether you're a beginner or an advanced player. We start each session with a 15-minute throw-in and warm-up to get into the game. We then choose teams and play against each other for the rest of the time.

We also offer training sessions if required. Whether you want to refine your technique or just play, you'll find the right mix with us. Just come along and experience basketball in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere in our sports hall! We look forward to seeing you!

 

  • Basketball Kursleiter
    I love it. No matter how good you are, everyone can play with us and have fun.
  • Teilnehmer Basketball
    A team is more than the sum of its parts. It is the heart and soul of each individual player and everyone here plays with heart.
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Soccer

Do you love soccer or just want to try out a new sport? Then you've come to the right place! Whether you're new to soccer or already have experience, everyone can have fun playing together in our course. After a short warm-up, we form balanced teams depending on the number of participants and play against each other on small goals.

The focus is on fairness and enjoying the game. Just come along and experience the fun of soccer with us. We look forward to seeing you!

Instructor: Niklas Weinmann

  • Fußball Kursleiter
    Look forward to exciting games, new friendships, lots of ambition and plenty of fun! Let's conquer the green together and share our passion for soccer. Good kick! PS: Football boots are an advantage.
  • Teilnehmer Fußball
    Here you can really work out and leave the stressful university routine behind you. There is a friendly atmosphere and fair sportsmanship, everyone is welcome.
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Handball

Are you ready for a round of indoor fun? Whether you're a beginner or a pro, you're welcome to join our handball course! An open-minded handball community awaits you here. All you need are your handball shoes. We play in mixed teams and start each session with a short warm-up together before taking to the field. As a rule, we play 5 against 5, with the emphasis on fun and fellowship.

In good weather, we also like to play on our outdoor court. If there is sufficient interest and motivation, we even have the opportunity to take part in tournaments at other universities. Come along and become part of our sporting community!

Instructor: Niklas Euchner

  • Niklas Euchner
    We welcome everyone who wants to try out one of the coolest sports. The isotonic drink in a group afterwards is of course a must.
  • Teilnehmer Handball
    In handball, we are always a diverse group, from beginners to professionals. Always sociable, there is something for everyone here. Even after the sport, there's always a fun group for the rest of the evening.

Roundnet

At Roundnet, you can expect a sociable group that is always keen to play with new people and spread the sport. It doesn't matter whether you are new to the game or already have experience. We always play for fun in changing constellations and also offer small training sessions on request to improve your individual game.

Come along, meet new people and enjoy the fun of roundnet with us!

Instructor: Moritz Burkhart

  • Roundnet Kursleiter
    It is a personal concern of mine to share my own enthusiasm and passion for the sport with others and to have fun doing it together.
  • Teilnehmerin Roundnet
    I came across Roundnet by chance through the university sports program. With little equipment and previous experience, team sports are incredibly fun and you get to meet cool new people.
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Tennis

Would you like to play tennis? Whether you're a beginner or a pro, you're welcome here! In our tennis course you can try out tennis or improve your skills on the outdoor facilities of the university sports center. Enjoy free play in a relaxed atmosphere or learn the basics from our experienced coaches.

Even if you've never held a racket before, you've come to the right place! Come along, discover the fun of tennis and meet new people! We look forward to seeing you!

Instructor: Phillipp Klein

  • Kursleiter Tennis
    Tennis should always be about having fun and you shouldn't get too upset if you do make a mistake.
  • Kursteilnehmer Tennis
    What I like about tennis in university sports is that everyone has fun together, regardless of the skill level of the participants, and you are constantly improving.
Dancing

Hip Hop

Are you looking for a university alternative and enjoy dancing? Then take a look at our hip hop course. We are happy to welcome all levels, especially beginners.

We start with a warm-up with basic hip-hop steps. This is followed by a choreography where you can improve your moves and learn new steps. The class ends with a relaxed cool-down with stretching exercises.
The instructor Jenny is open to your ideas and suggestions. This gives you the opportunity to learn from each other and have a great time together.

Instructor: Jennifer Wolf

  • Kursleiterin Hip Hop
    Everyone is welcome in this hip hop class - regardless of previous knowledge or age. It's not performance that counts here, but the fun of movement and the joy of dancing. Together we create a supportive atmosphere in which everyone can try out new things and surpass themselves.
  • Teilnehmer Hip Hop
    For me, the hip hop class is a place where I get my weekly confidence boost. The opportunity to try out new things and a great community with mutual support are waiting for you here.
Weight training

Gymnastics

Here you will find a motivated gymnastics community that will support you individually at every level. Our open concept without a predetermined program allows everyone to develop from their own point of view. The focus is on having fun, but at the same time our common goal is to grow beyond ourselves. Come along and become part of our gymnastics community!

What you can expect:

  • Trampoline: Eurotramp and Minitramp
  • balance beam
  • uneven bars and high bar
  • rings
  • Airtrack
  • Tumbling track
  • sprung floor (Moscow)
  • Vaulting table
  • parallel bars
  • Pommel horse
  • Magnesia

Instructors: Adrian Schlegel and Leonhard Schwarz

  • Hochschulsport Turnen Leonhard
    We are an open community where we make progress together and personally, where we learn new things and have fun.
  • RWU Hochschulsport Turnen Jasmin
    For me, gymnastics is about overcoming my mental block and achieving my goals.
Kickboxen Hochschulsport
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Kickboxing

We are pleased to offer kickboxing as one of our sports. Our kickboxing training is aimed at all interested parties - whether beginners, sports enthusiasts or already experienced martial artists. In our courses, we combine endurance, coordination, reaction and, above all, fun in a structured and supervised training session. We work together on our individual goals in three different levels.

All exercises are carried out with boxing gloves and/or pads so that nobody has to worry about getting injured. We train together and not against each other! Come along and experience how much fun and challenge our kickboxing course offers. We look forward to seeing you!

Instructors: Martin Weidelener / Samuel Dorner (Kickboxing Level 1 & 2)

  • Kursleitung Kickboxen
    For us as instructors, kickboxing is about everyone finding a fun and challenging way to find a balance to everyday life at their own level. We are particularly pleased to see the progress made by the participants.
  • Teilnehmerinnen Kickboxen
    Kickboxing is a good sport for us because it's an enjoyable way to relieve stress and offers a complete cardio workout, strengthens muscles and enhances flexibility. We also like it because we do it like a team sport and have a lot of fun.
Zirkeltraining

Circuit training

Are you looking for a sporting balance where you can really let off steam and be out in the fresh air at the same time? Then you've come to the right place! Our full-body workout is a very efficient way to improve your fitness. We train your muscle development, strength endurance and coordination through a wide variety of exercises.

During the circuit training, we motivate and support you in an appreciative manner. Whether you are a beginner or a sports professional, come along and let's work up a sweat together!

Course leaders: Paul Schinke, Franka Beck

  • Kursleitung Zirkeltraining
    We are all about a healthy sporting balance. We create an environment that helps us move forward.
  • Teilnehmerin Zirkeltraining
    The varied circuit training is the perfect balance to my everyday life. The atmosphere is motivating and I enjoy pushing myself to my personal limits.
Ultimate Frisbee

Ultimate Frisbee

Do you fancy a dynamic and fun team game? Then try Ultimate Frisbee! This non-contact sport combines strategy, skill and team spirit. Fairness is the top priority. The game is played in teams of three to seven people. The aim is to catch the frisbee in the opposing team's end zone. Whoever holds the disc in their hands is not allowed to run any further. This encourages precise passing and clever tactics.

It doesn't matter whether you already have experience with this sport or are holding a frisbee for the first time: Our course is open to everyone! Please note that the course will not take place in windy or rainy weather. Join us, meet new people and experience how much fun Ultimate Frisbee is!

Instructor: Niklas Weinmann

  • Kursleitung Ultimate Frisbee
    Ultimate Frisbee is a running-intensive but very fun game. Perfect for working out!
  • Teilnehmer Ultimate Frisbee
    Through Ultimate Frisbee I have not only met new super nice people, but also found a new sport to burn off energy.
Yoga

Yoga

Namasté dear fellow students and yoga enthusiasts!

Would you like to find your balance and strengthen your body at the same time? Then our yoga class is the right place for you!

We start with a warm-up together and then begin with active shaking exercises from Kundalini yoga to wake up your body and mind. We then move on to vigorous Hatha yoga sequences lasting between 45 and 60 minutes. Here you can expect a varied combination of postures, breathing exercises and meditation.

In addition, we focus on a new topic each week to give you further insights into yoga practice. Whether you have only mastered sun salutation C or are an absolute beginner, we look forward to seeing you! Bring plenty of water, your yoga mat and warm socks!

Instructor: Luisa Moll

  • Kursleitung Yoga
    For me, yoga means connection. Yoga is not a work-out, but rather a work-in!
  • Teilnehmerin Yoga
    Yoga is the balance to my otherwise hectic everyday life. A very pleasant and relaxed atmosphere is always created in the gym to really wind down. So all that remains for me to say is thank you: for clear thoughts, loving words and open hearts!
Contact & People

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Postal address RWU Hochschule Ravensburg-Weingarten
University of Applied Sciences
P.O. Box 30 22
88216 Weingarten
Germany